Lion (Telugu)
Wednesday, December 6, 2023 12:26:19 AM | (Age Not Specified)
Wonderful movie about the true story of Saroo (Sheru), accidentally being carried away 1600 miles across India as a young boy. It’s showing his journey from being homeless to getting adopted and finding a privileged live, eventually yearning to find the roots of his existence. Unless you have the emotional range of a teaspoon [(c) Hermione Granger, Order of the Phoenix], this movie will pull you right in and keep you fascinated. Especially the first half feels extremely authentic and is fairly close to the book, with quite a few simplifications of course. The third quarter is a bit weak, Saroo’s relationship with Lucy and conflicts with Mantosh over-emphasized (neither mentioned in the book), but getting great towards the end again. Amazing story, finally finding your roots after 25+ years and reconnecting with your family!
